Health and Safety Specialist

Saputo Inc. • Lena, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? How You Will Make Contributions That Matter Reviewing regulations and insuring compliance Review incident reports and assist with corrective actions Perform/review JSA's for all plant positions annually Maintain inventory of all plant required PPE, work to provide best PPE options Assist and Maintain Health & Safety Programs Develop and enhance Policies and Procedures through on the floor presence and employee engagement Conduct Inspections and Audits Work with Human Resources to assist with the Worker's Compensation programs Maintain up to date information by attending Safety Related Training Courses Help facilitate annual Safety Training Provide Safety Training at new hire orientations Participate in and Facilitate Plant Safety Meetings Evaluate and present Safety related plant projects Participate in project meetings identifying safety risks ahead of project date. Evaluate new equipment for safety hazards and develop LOTO procedures. Analyze historical data to identify root causes and patterns in safety Follow up on corporate safety audit action items and management of the action log Perform LOTO and Confined Space Audits, Fall Protection Inspections and maintain associated programs Risk Assessment and site preparedness for emergency action plans Prepare and participate in corporate safety audits. Safety Management Systems (SDS, Safe Link, Brady) liaison and management follow up Provide leadership in all areas of Health & Safety and perform additional duties as required Assess costs to the company from safety incidents and report to management to facilitate decision making Overall responsibility for the implementation and regulatory compliance of PSM and RMP programs, and assist in maintaining the integrity of the plant’s ammonia and related cooling process system You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications Values that align with the Saputo culture: Efficiency through Simplicity; Family Oriented Environment; Ownership & Commitment; Hand on Approach; Passion. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Industrial Risk Management, or the equivalent combination of relevant experience and education. Two or more years of relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing preferred. Ability to read and interpret OSHA standards. Ability to develop relationships and effectively influence at all levels internally (i.e. management teams) and externally (regulators). Strong strategic thinking skills with broad-based business acumen and experience, with proven ability to identify opportunities and lead change initiatives. Ability to train and motivate others to champion Health and Safety success. Excellent interpersonal, communication, prioritization, time management, organizational and analytical skills Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays Experience with Microsoft Office We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With: Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products #LI-DB1 #LI-onsite In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help. Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make CareersUSA.Saputo.com accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov. To review the Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA LLC Privacy Notice for California applicants, please visit our Corporate website associated section by clicking here (English) or here (Spanish). Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way. Stay in touch! Follow the hashtag #OurBestIsMadeOfYours on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Requirements

• Values that align with the Saputo culture: Efficiency through Simplicity; Family Oriented Environment; Ownership & Commitment; Hand on Approach; Passion.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Industrial Risk Management, or the equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
• Ability to read and interpret OSHA standards.
• Ability to develop relationships and effectively influence at all levels internally (i.e. management teams) and externally (regulators).
• Strong strategic thinking skills with broad-based business acumen and experience, with proven ability to identify opportunities and lead change initiatives.
• Ability to train and motivate others to champion Health and Safety success.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, prioritization, time management, organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing regulations and insuring compliance
• Review incident reports and assist with corrective actions
• Perform/review JSA's for all plant positions annually
• Maintain inventory of all plant required PPE, work to provide best PPE options
• Assist and Maintain Health & Safety Programs
• Develop and enhance Policies and Procedures through on the floor presence and employee engagement
• Conduct Inspections and Audits
• Work with Human Resources to assist with the Worker's Compensation programs
• Maintain up to date information by attending Safety Related Training Courses
• Help facilitate annual Safety Training
• Provide Safety Training at new hire orientations
• Participate in and Facilitate Plant Safety Meetings
• Evaluate and present Safety related plant projects
• Participate in project meetings identifying safety risks ahead of project date.
• Evaluate new equipment for safety hazards and develop LOTO procedures.
• Analyze historical data to identify root causes and patterns in safety
• Follow up on corporate safety audit action items and management of the action log
• Perform LOTO and Confined Space Audits, Fall Protection Inspections and maintain associated programs
• Risk Assessment and site preparedness for emergency action plans
• Prepare and participate in corporate safety audits.
• Safety Management Systems (SDS, Safe Link, Brady) liaison and management follow up
• Provide leadership in all areas of Health & Safety and perform additional duties as required
• Assess costs to the company from safety incidents and report to management to facilitate decision making
• Overall responsibility for the implementation and regulatory compliance of PSM and RMP programs, and assist in maintaining the integrity of the plant’s ammonia and related cooling process system

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees